Sickle Cell Disease - Institutions of Higher Education - Policies, Procedures, and Educational Campaigns (Kaitlyn's Law)

Summary

The bill bars higher‑education institutions in Maryland from denying services to students diagnosed with sickle cell disease and obligates them to provide reasonable accommodations. It also directs the Maryland Department of Health to create an education and awareness campaign and a set of procedures, in partnership with higher‑education and community groups, to support these students. The goal is to reduce stigma and improve academic success for affected students.

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Hearings

• Appropriations — Bill Hearing
  Appropriations · Jan 27, 2026

History

1. Feb 13, 2026Referred Education, Energy, and the Environment Finance
2. Feb 12, 2026Third Reading Passed
3. Feb 10, 2026Second Reading Passed with Amendments
4. Feb 10, 2026Floor Amendment {
5. Feb 10, 2026Favorable Adopted
6. Feb 9, 2026Favorable Report by Appropriations
7. Jan 16, 2026Hearing 1/27 at 1:00 p.m.
8. Jan 14, 2026First Reading Appropriations
9. Oct 29, 2025Pre-filed

Sponsors

• Patterson · sponsor

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